Associate Broker

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group is seeking an Associate Broker to join our growing team in Hollywood, FL. The Associate Broker Works directly with an established broker under general supervision of operations leader and office leader. The associate brokers' primary duties are to review insurance submissions and applications to evaluate, qualify, and market individuals and groups for insurance. How You Will Contribute: Examine application forms, inspection reports, insurance maps, and loss runs to assess risk factors such as ISO classifications, applicant financials, age, occupation, accident history, and property condition. Review company records to determine the amount of insurance in force on single or closely related risks, evaluating potential losses from catastrophes or excessive coverage. Broker risks by ensuring the completion of required documentation, obtaining necessary quotes and binders in writing, issuing policies accurately, making state filings, and ensuring taxes are paid in accordance with state laws. Secure payments on risks bound or written to maintain proper financial controls. Review, analyze, and qualify risks submitted by Producers, evaluate submissions for premium and terms, and issue indications, quotes, and binders, utilizing inspection companies when necessary. Develop and maintain carrier and brokerage relationships to place specific risks and grow a book of business. Market and meet with retail agency customers to develop and cultivate relationships, foster new business opportunities. Understand company facilities and broker risks when needed to successfully negotiate placements, manage quote-to-bind activities, and production results. Service existing and generate new business and prioritize tasks to effectively manage workload. Train and guide processors and assistants, review submissions for accuracy and completeness, and develop their brokering skills while reducing clerical workload. Licenses and Certifications: P&C State licensed. CIC, CRIS and CPCU candidate, thorough familiarity with applicable ISO manuals, forms, rating plans, policy forms, coverages, exclusions, conditions, and terms. (Preferred) Skills & Experience to Be Successful: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university (Preferred) 5 years insurance experience, 2 years of which is an underwriting assistant. (Preferred) Proficient with MS Office Suite. Exceptional telephone demeanor. Experience with excess and surplus lines underwriting agency or company About Us: Bridge Specialty Group creates a seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers’ comp, property and personal lines. With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book. Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group – aligning risk with greater reach. Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). Recruiting Vendors must have a valid written agreement and received prior written authorization from an authorized Brown & Brown representative before submitting candidates for any publicly posted role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Brown & Brown or its employees become the property of Brown & Brown, and no fees will be paid for such submissions. Additional information regarding this policy can be found on our careers page. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”. At Bridge Specialty Group, our unwavering commitment to unity, diversity, and individual growth sets the stage for a workplace like no other. We believe in the power of One Team, where collaboration fuels unlimited possibilities. As One Team, we are anchored in the ‘Power of Be’, a core set of behaviors, skills, and characteristics we value most. It is part of our cultural DNA, influencing how we get stuff done every day and how we accomplish our goals, creating a link between what we do and how we do it. We are more than a global insurance wholesaler; we are a collective force of over 2,000+ teammates across 50+ locations throughout the United States and Europe. With 25+ specialized brands and access to 200+ carriers, we seamlessly connect the diverse needs of our retail partners in property, casualty, environmental, professional, workers' compensation, and personal lines. Together, we build trust, exceeding expectations. Our $5 billion+ premium book is a testament to our collaborative partnerships. Here, your uniqueness is celebrated, you are rewarded for your contributions, and we invest in your professional growth, offering tools, resources, and mentorship to support your career goals. You will be proud to be a part of a team that defines excellence and pushes the boundaries of what is possible. 'One Team, Unlimited Possibilities' is not just a slogan – it's the core of who we are. And the exciting part? We're always on the lookout for talented teammates like yourself. If you don't see an opening today, click on Introduce Yourself at the top of the page. Share your aspirations and attach your resume. We look forward to getting to know you! Brown & Brown and its affiliates maintain an internal recruiting team responsible for filling open roles posted to the public. In certain situations, Brown & Brown may supplement its internal capabilities by engaging external recruiting vendors and employment agencies (“Recruiting Vendors”). Recruiting Vendors are not authorized to submit resumes, share candidate data, or directly or indirectly contact Brown & Brown employees to present candidates for employment opportunities. The only exception applies to Recruiting Vendors with an active Valid Agreement (as defined below) that has been approved by Brown & Brown. In accordance with this policy, and to ensure appropriate authorization for sharing candidate personal information, Brown & Brown will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than Authorized Recruiting Vendors with a Valid Agreement in place who have been expressly invited to support a specific role. Any unsolicited resumes, incomplete submissions, or candidate data received through any means (including email or otherwise) will be considered the property of Brown & Brown. Brown & Brown will not pay any placement or related fees for unsolicited submissions or candidate data provided in violation of this policy. Such submissions may be used by Brown & Brown without any obligation to pay fees of any kind to Recruiting Vendors. A Valid Agreement is defined as a written contract signed by an authorized representative of Brown & Brown. In the absence of a Valid Agreement, Brown & Brown assumes no liability under any legal theory, including but not limited to breach of contract, breach of implied contract, tortious interference, quantum meruit, any/or any other contractual or equitable claims in connection with candidates identified through unsolicited submissions made in violation of this policy. If you are an existing Bridge Specialty Group teammate, please click here to apply to a job on our internal career site.